Independent Web Developer
Augusta, Georgia Area
- Current
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- Freelance Graphic Designer at cdharrison.com
- Past
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- Senior Designer at PowerServe International
- Web Architect at The Alison Group
- Graphic Designer at Double-Dot.com
- Webmaster, Department of Political Science at Augusta State University
- Webmaster/Managing Editor at Quail Unlimited
- Education
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- Augusta State University
- Old Dominion University
- Denbigh High School
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Chris Harrison’s Summary
I dream in XHTML 1.1. I’m a geek, a husband, a father, a son, and a brother. I love my wife, my son, and my family. I’m a fan of comics, movies, anything Apple, graphic design, and web development. I’m a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP). I’m the founder of RefreshAugusta.
Chris Harrison’s Specialties:
Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Standards, User Interface Design
Chris Harrison’s Experience
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Freelance Graphic Designer
cdharrison.com
(Graphic Design industry)
1999 — Present (10 years )
In a limited capacity I've assisted smaller companies and organizations establish brands, developed web presences, and more.
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Senior Designer
PowerServe International
(Privately Held; Information Technology and Services industry)
July 2004 — June 2009 (5 years )
Oversee all creative projects and staff. Responsible for overall quality of work produced by the creative department; manage creative projects from concept to completion and translate client objectives in to creative strategies; and, establish the creative direction for the entire line of online services, products and programs. Responsibilities include project coordination, design and development of web sites, integrating websites into in-house software applications, identity design, collateral design, consulting, etc.
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Web Architect
The Alison Group
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Internet industry)
July 2003 — July 2004 (1 year 1 month)
As a Web Architect, I developed information architecture for client sites, incorporating intelligent navigational structures with optimized content organization. I specialized in interface design - including color coordination, graphic elements, content layouts, and usability considerations. As an Art Director I performed a number of print-related tasks, including coming up with new and original logos, layouts, print campaigns, multimedia campaigns, etc. Additional responsibilities have included developing estimates, vendor negotiations, technical support for clients, and project coordination.
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Graphic Designer
Double-Dot.com
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Internet industry)
September 2000 — July 2003 (2 years 11 months)
At Double-Dot.com, I oversaw the creative direction and development of all projects. I was involved in projects from start to finish. I was responsible for the design of all new website layouts and collateral design. Additional responsibilities included providing maintenance and technical support for 100+ clients, coordinating project development with vendors and freelancers to ensure jobs were completed on-time and within budget, and working with sales to create impactful marketing materials for new business initiatives.
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Webmaster, Department of Political Science
Augusta State University
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
January 2002 — June 2003 (1 year 6 months)
The Department of Political Science employed my services to create a new web identity for their department. I implemented and maintained websites for Department of Political Science, Master of Public Administration and several faculty members. While employed, I was responsible for keeping sites up-to-date and implementing updates received from various faculty members.
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Webmaster/Managing Editor
Quail Unlimited
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Internet industry)
March 1998 — September 2000 (2 years 7 months)
As Managing Editor for Quail Unlimited, I was responsible for proofing stories, designing page layouts, and designing advertisements for clients and in-house activities. I worked with a team of designers to produce a bi-monthly publication. In addition to my work with the magazine, I designed promotional brochures, posters, decals and other support materials used in the national promotion of the non-profit organization. I was also instrumental in creating Quail Unlimited's web presence - WebQU. I implemented a well-structured design and an e-commerce store - both of which are still in use by the organization five years later.
Chris Harrison’s Education
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Augusta State University
Political Science, Communications 1999 — 2001
- Activities and Societies:
- Political Science Club, Model Arab League, Phoenix Magazine - Art Director, Bell Ringer (Newspaper) - Contributing Writer
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Old Dominion University
International Studies 1996 — 1997
- Activities and Societies:
- Model United Nations
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Denbigh High School
1992 — 1996
Additional Information
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Chris Harrison’s Groups:
National Association of Photoshop Professionals
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Refresh - Promoting design, technology,and usability. -
An Event Apart -
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NAPP - National Association of Photoshop Professionals -
RefreshAugusta -
Atlanta Web Design Group
Chris Harrison’s Honors:
2008 Bronze Addy Award for Interactive Media: Website/Consumer HTML - Terri Thomas (http://sellingaugusta.net)
2008 Bronze Addy Award for Interactive Media: Website/Consumer HTML - Summerville Shutter Company (http://www.summervilleshutter.com)
2007 Bronze Addy Award for Logo Design - EuroLens.com
2005 Bronze Addy Award for CaroleFabrics.com
2003 Silver Addy Award for Lexicor.com
2003 Silver Addy Award for VeryVera.com
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